Sideloader Training - Unit Standard
Unit Standard
A theory and practical assessment; no practical training is provided. You must already be competent in operating the equipment. Completing this unit standard gives you NZQA recognition of your skills.
Prerequisites
- As the course includes a practical workplace component, it is best delivered at the participant’s workplace.
- Drivers must hold a current full driver licence appropriate to the class of vehicle they will be operating.
- Unit Standard training is for experienced operators who are already competent operating the equipment.
Course Numbers and Pricing
Unit Standard Training:
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$900 + GST for 1–2 trainees (5 hours)
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$1800 + GST for 3–6 trainees (full day)
Course Duration and Unit Standards
Assessment: 5–8 hours, depending on the number of trainees.
- Assessments are conducted on one brand of Sideloader. If multiple brands are being used, additional time may be required.
- Unit Standard 17679 – Operate a truck-mounted Sideloader: Allow up to a full day, depending on trainee numbers
Equipment Requirements
You will need to provide the following equipment and facilities for the course:
- A sideloader capable of lifting full containers.
- A vehicle or trailer capable of being loaded by a sideloader.
- One container loaded to at least 50% of the sideloader’s SWL.
- Lifting chains with a current Certificate of Inspection (mandatory)
- Provide a safe working area suitable for the training and assessment.
- A room suitable for the theory component
What happens after you finish the course
We will register applicable unit standards and issue an electronic certificate of achievement and wallet card.
Custom training
If you have specific requirements for a custom course or would like us to conduct a course at your premises
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